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Adult Social Care Lawyer

Job Posted: 17 days ago

Salary: £ 47,181 - 47,181 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: S1, Orchard Square, Sheffield

Expire in: 11 days

Job Description

Salary: £47,181
Location: Hybrid
Contract: Permanent
Start Date: ASAP

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Adult Social Care Lawyer to join a busy and supportive legal team within a local authority environment.

This role offers the chance to work on a varied and complex caseload, providing legal advice, advocacy and litigation support across a broad range of adult social care matters.

Key Responsibilities

  * Provide expert legal advice on adult social care law, including:

      * Care Act 2014

      * Mental Capacity Act 2005 (including Court of Protection, DoLS and Re X applications)

      * Mental Health Act 1983

  * Manage a caseload of complex matters, including judicial review and tribunal proceedings

  * Conduct advocacy and represent the authority in courts and tribunals

  * Draft legal documents including pleadings, witness statements, reports and orders

  * Advise officers, members and stakeholders on legal risk and decision-making

  * Support service development and continuous improvement initiatives

This role involves full litigation responsibility and regular engagement with key stakeholders across the organisation .

About You

  * Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or FCILEX

  * Minimum 3 years’ PQE in adult social care law

  * Strong technical expertise across relevant legislation and case law

  * Experience managing complex cases and conducting litigation

  * Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

  * Ability to assess and mitigate legal risk effectively

What’s on Offer

  * Competitive salary of £47,181

  * Hybrid working

  * Supportive and collaborative team environment

  * Opportunity to work on meaningful, high-impact cases

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